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N148 DJO

1996 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2025
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,117 mi
Last recorded69,117 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda CB50033,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN148 DJO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 May 2024 69,117 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2023 69,104 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 68,472 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2021 67,132 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 66,180 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 64,339 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 62,390 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 60,225 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 May 2016 57,570 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 55,293 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 53,191 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 50,808 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 48,945 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 46,684 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 44,327 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 42,378 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 40,789 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 39,337 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 37,246 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 May 2005 34,447 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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N148 DJO is a 1996 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 33,174 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N148 DJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N148 DJO registered?

N148 DJO is a 1996 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 April 1996.

Is N148 DJO safe to buy?

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